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BILL WANTS GOV’T SEIZURE OF FOREIGN-OWNED PROPERTY

Several House leaders filed House Bill No. 11043, or the proposed “Civil Forfeiture Act,” authorizing the government to seize unlawfully acquired real estate properties by foreign nationals, particularly those linked to illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).  The bill is a result of the ongoing investigation by the House Quad Committee into the alleged criminal […]

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GOV’T SETS P3B FOR P10K CASH GIFTS OF SENIORS

Quezon City Representative Marvin Rillo said the national government is set to spend an initial P3 billion for the P10,000 cash gift of elderly Filipinos reaching the milestone ages of 80, 85, 90, and 95 years old. “Based on the 2025 National Expenditure Program, the government intends to spend up to P3 billion for the initial […]

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CSC SETS NATIONWIDE JOB FAIR SEPTEMBER 2 TO 6

As part of the celebration of the 124th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA), the Civil Service Commission (CSC) is set to conduct a nationwide job fair from 2 to 6 September 2024. The 2024 Government Job Fair is an onsite event aimed to provide individuals planning to pursue a career in the public sector with […]

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REGULAR DRUG TESTING FOR ALL GOV’T EXECS PUSHED

Davao City First District Representative Paolo Z. Duterte pushed for the passage of a bill requiring elected and appointed public officials to undergo random drug testing through hair follicle tests every six months. Being at the forefront of public service with the mandate towards integrity and modesty, Duterte said, it is imperative that public officials and […]

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CSC TO JOBSEEKERS: LOOK FOR JOBS IN CSC PORTAL

Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles encouraged job seekers interested in public sector positions to explore opportunities through the CSC Job Portal, available at csc.gov.ph/career. He highlighted the portal’s significance in offering aspiring government employees detailed information and easy access to a wide range of job openings within the public sector. “Patuloy ang pagdami […]

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CSC: MORE POSITIONS FOR ELIGIBLE CONTRACTUALS

Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles is confident that granting Career Service Eligibility – Preference Rating (CSE-PR) to specific government workers will increase the number of civil service eligibles and provide new opportunities to join public service. “They always say that the government is the biggest employer whether nationally or locally. We hope that […]

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PADILLA WANTS PROBE ON GOV’T FOOD SECURITY PLANS

Senator Robin Padilla is seeking a closer look into the government’s food security plans and actions, amid the surging costs of rice in the market. Padilla filed Senate Resolution 1024, directing the Senate Committee on Public Information and Mass Media – which he chairs – to conduct the inquiry in aid of legislation. “The rising […]

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GOV’T URGED: ADOPT ‘WORK BREAK’ AMID EXTREME HEAT

As temperatures soar to record highs across the nation, Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III called on the government to adopt measures implemented by other countries such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in safeguarding workers from extreme heat. Drawing inspiration from global initiatives such as the directive by the Ministry of Human Resources and […]

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CSC ISSUES HOLIDAY REMINDERS FOR CIVIL SERVANTS

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) reminds government employees to refrain from soliciting gifts and consuming alcoholic beverages within government offices during office Christmas parties. Addressing the 1.9 million civil servants nationwide, CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles emphasized the importance of celebrating the season conscientiously, reminding government employees that while it is a time for joy and […]

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NOGRALES TO GOV’T HR: EMBRACE DIGITALIZATION

Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles encouraged human resource management practitioners (HRMPs) to fully embrace digitalization to ensure a dynamic civil service. In his message during the 21st Regional Conference of HRMPs in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) held on 22-23 November 2023 at the Newtown Plaza Convention Center, Baguio City, Chairperson Nograles urged […]